lilyofthevalley said... (3/27/08 12:48 PM)ReplyWhat a smashing trench for your daughter, Lori! Love the colors, love the details ... well, just love it. It has such panache and attitude; just perfect for an 18yr old daughter. -Lily

mylittleelephant said... (3/26/08 2:23 PM)ReplyWow! What a lucky daughter she is! I LOVE your choice of aqua topstitching on orange colour, only experience sewers can chose and use that! I personally would love this jacket with wrinkle effect and hope your daughter like it in that way? And beautiful collars too, lovely!

MissCelie said... (3/26/08 1:37 PM)ReplyThis, is a stunning an fabulous trench. That color is to die for. In fact, my friend just bought one very similar for $600 from Yansi Fugel. You my friend, are a rockstar!

Markie1 said... (3/26/08 11:41 AM)ReplyWow Lori, this is wonderful! Your work is inspiring, precise and fun! I want to say more, but I am getting dressed to go to Joanns to GET THAT PATTERN!!! As always, a wonderful garment brought to us by LoriV.

Annette1 said... (3/26/08 11:17 AM)ReplyWhat a fantastic jacket! I know your daughter has to LOVE it. The color is so unusual for a trench that it really makes it special, as does your workmanship. As for the wrinkles, I doubt SHE'LL care :o), and you can just think of them as status wrinkles, just like linen. :o) Beautiful!

ITAdmin said... (3/26/08 11:13 AM)ReplyGreat-looking coat. As many others have said, I love the colors.

Ronda Rae said... (3/26/08 8:24 AM)ReplyNice! I have this pattern cut out-yes, it takes a very long time-but have not started sewing it yet. Maybe your review will get me excited enough to get going on it.

JMarie1962 said... (3/26/08 1:54 AM)ReplyWhat a cute, cute jacket! I have this pattern and am dying to find fabric to make it too. I like the details you've added - the turquoise button holes, the covered buttons... makes this jacket really special for your daughter :) Great review!

morzel said... (3/26/08 1:34 AM)ReplyBeautiful trench! Just what´s in fashion right now. As I eyed that pattern already, I find your details very interesting. Great work!

Jennifer Young said... (3/25/08 11:30 PM)ReplyLori, what a beautiful coat! I like how you simplified the design (no epaulets) and will do the same on mine. Thanks for reviewing this!

cmarie12 said... (3/25/08 11:27 PM)ReplyThe trench is made in a beautiful color and it is fantastic! This is a very thorough and complete review...thanks for taking the time. This pattern is on my list of to-dos so I appreciate all of the helpful information!

Michelle L said... (3/25/08 11:17 PM)ReplyThe aqua top stitching is such a gorgeous touch! I have this pattern at home and haven't found just the right fabric for it yet. But you have inspired me to give it a shot!!